Make your Web searches more efficient, more enjoyable, and more convenient with my picks for the top ten computer accessories for Web searchers. These are items that will enhance your Web search experience in some tangible way - by improving your connectivity to other people, streamlining your searches, guarding your computer from online viruses, and more.
1. Easy Touch Web Camera
The Easy Touch Web Camera is simple to set up and get going; within minutes you'll be broadcasting yourself on the Web to family and friends.
2. McAfee 2009 Internet Security
You want to stay safe on the Web? You need a sophisticated antivirus program to help you out. Read reviews of the McAfee program:
3. Logitech Internet Chat Headset Stereo Headset w/Microphone
A headset with a microphone makes it simple for you to chat with other people on the Web while you're browsing (for instance, if you're a Skype user).
4. General Electric GE Skype DECT 6.0 2 in 1 Internet & Standard Phone
If you'd rather not use a headset when making calls on the Web, this phone is for you! Plus, it also works for standard phone calls.
5. Bose Companion 2 Multimedia Speaker System
With the wonderful availability of media on the Web: movie trailers, television, free movies, videos, etc. - it's nice to have some good speakers available to watch and listen.
6. Cisco DMA2100 Wireless HD Media Receiver
This is a pretty nifty invention: basically, you can play DVDs, view family slide shows, browse your music collection by cover art, listen to entire music playlists AND access online movies, music and other fun Web search destinations.
7. Privacy Filter
Protect your Web searching privacy in public with a privacy screen that uses tiny vertical blinds on the surface of the screen; these narrow the viewing angle so data is only visible directly in front of the monitor up to 45 degrees away from the center of the screen. People who look at your computer will only see a blurry screen when they try to see what you're doing.
8. Tripp Lite Internet Office 300 UPS System
If you've ever lost power in the middle of a Web session - with all your work unsaved - then you know how frustrating this can be. This item gives you plenty of advance time for you to save open files and safely power down your system (an average of eleven minutes!) so that you don't lose anything valuable.
9. RCA MSN TV 2 Internet and Media Player
This device makes it possible for you to enjoy your favorite videos, music and photos stored on your PC on your TV, plus, you can choose from over 200 commercial-free Web radio stations, access your e-mail, and browse the Web - all on your television screen.
10. Net Nanny
Every parent wants to protect their children, and the Web, while a wonderful place, can pose some unique dangers to kids who aren't aware of the safety issues. A parental Web filter limits what sites kids can surf to, and helps enforce parents' ideas of what level of Web access is appropriate for their children (for more on Web search safety, read A Practical Guide to Kids Safety Online).
